Evil West
Steam Description:
A dark menace consumes the Old West. In solo or coop, fight with style in visceral, explosive combat against bloodthirsty monstrosities. Eradicate the vampiric hordes with your lightning-fueled gauntlet and become a Wild West Superhero.
Episode Summary:
Evil West: A Throwback to PS2 Action Games
Evil West is a third-person supernatural cowboy shooter that feels like a throwback to PS2 action games. It is a simple, straightforward game without complicated systems or mechanics. The game blends the Wild West setting with supernatural elements, such as vampires and monsters. The story is minimal and serves as a reason to keep fighting. Evil West does not have any crafting, loot, battle pass, or DLC. It is a short campaign that leaves an impression and then gets out of the way. The game was developed by Flying Wild Hog and published by Focus Entertainment.
Combat is the focus of Evil West, with fast-paced melee combat being the primary gameplay mechanic. The game provides a variety of weapons and abilities, allowing players to unleash powerful attacks and combos on enemies. The combat is satisfying and fun, with the ability to creatively dispatch enemies and earn style points. The story in the game is minimal and serves as a means to transition between different environments and boss fights. Overall, the combat is the bread and butter of Evil West, providing an enjoyable and hectic experience.
Visuals and Upgrades
The game features upgrades that can be purchased with gold, allowing players to customize their weapons and abilities. There is also a perk system where players earn perk points to invest in their gauntlet. The visuals of the game received mixed reviews, with some levels being praised for their beauty, while cutscenes were criticized for excessive film grain. The animations, especially the swinging on chains and ropes, were considered stiff and awkward. The glowing chains, although helpful in guiding players, were seen as distracting by some.
The Length and Difficulty of the Game
The reviewers express their thoughts on the length and difficulty of the game. They appreciate the pacing and length of the game, feeling that it was appropriate and balanced. However, they express a desire for more boss fights and a ramped up difficulty towards the end. The use of color in the game is praised, but there are also complaints about certain glitches and the auto-aim feature. Overall, the reviewers find the combat fun and enjoyable, with one comparing it to Outriders. The haptic feedback on the PS5 controller is also praised. Community reviews on Steam are mixed, with some finding the game repetitive and lacking creativity, while others see it as a fun and enjoyable experience.
A Divisive Game with Mixed Reviews
The hosts of the podcast discuss their opinions on Evil West, with one host finding it fun and enjoyable, another considering it mediocre, and the third host feeling conflicted between liking it and finding it repetitive. They also discuss the game's combat compared to God of War and its level design.
Evaluating and ranking Evil West
The hosts discuss their personal rankings for Evil West and compare it to other games on their leaderboard. They ultimately decide to place it at number 34, considering its combat and linear gameplay, but also recognizing its flaws and lower replay value. They express their satisfaction with the final ranking and conclude their deep dive for the year.
Key Points Covered
1. Evil West: A Throwback to PS2 Action Games
2. Visuals and Upgrades
3. The Length and Difficulty of the Game
4. A Divisive Game with Mixed Reviews
5. Evaluating and ranking Evil West
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